Subclavian artery stenosis is the narrowing or blockage of the arteries supplying blood to the arms. Most patients will not have any symptoms. Sometimes we will suspect subclavian artery stenosis if there is a large blood pressure difference between arms. And sometimes patients will have symptoms including arm pain, hand discoloration or even not enough blood flow to the brain.
Treatment starts with medicine. You should quit smoking. Most patients will need aspirin or a similar medication and a statin to reduce cholesterol. If there is hypertension, you should treat it.
You can read more here:
angiologist.com/subclavian-artery-stenosis/
Subscribe to our channel here - UA-cam.com/angiologist
Check out our main website - www.angiologist.com
For more clot related information - www.mybloodclots.com
Stay connected through twitter - angiologist
#subclavian #artery #stenosis
0:00 - Introduction
0:10 - What is subclavian artery stenosis?
0:46 - Causes of subclavian artery stenosis
1:13 - Symptoms
1:28 - Blood pressure difference
1:48 - Arm pain
2:10 - Hand or finger discoloration
2:27 - Not enough blood flow to the brain
2:44 - Medical treatment
3:57 - Procedures
4:51 - Summary
*Remember: This video is NOT meant as medical advice. There are many more factors that go into choosing a blood thinner. These are obviously prescription medications and you must always consult your physician.